The nameElvin
Elvin is an English boy's name, also given to some girls in France.
- Boy's name
- English
Meaning
From the Old English aelf, "elf", and wine, "friend".
Origin
English.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 2000s and 2010s.
Popularity of the name Elvin
Elvin in France
5219thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2013peak year (45 births)
825babies named Elvin in France since 1900
Elvin was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 300 births over the decade, 36% of all recorded babies named Elvin. Its rise began around 1979, and it peaked in 2013. Half of all babies named Elvin in France were born before 2009, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elvin mean?
From the Old English aelf, "elf", and wine, "friend".
What is the origin of the name Elvin?
English.
Is Elvin a girl's or a boy's name?
Elvin is a boy's name.